The House
of Representatives has several functions: passing new laws, considering
amendments, passing resolutions.

The
House meets, every two years to do its job for the
People of Texas. For example, they will meet in 2005, 2007, 2009 and so
on. When the House meets, it is called being "in session."

The House has some
special responsibilities that differ from the Senate
(opens new window). The primary difference is that if a bill
comes up for consideration, it can start in either the House or Senate
Chamber. If, the bill involves raising or spending State
money, then it must start in the House chamber.

When does the House meet?
The first day of session begins on the second Tuesday in January at noon
on odd numbered years, and continues for no more than 140 days. Typically,
the session will last through the last week in May or the first week in
June.